i luv cinema

Home Archives for film festival

By 1 Comment

TCM Classic Film Festival 2020 Pre-Game

Right about now, I should be in sunny California with nary a thought in the world, save for the the anticipation which comes from my love of classic cinema. You see, this week (April 16-19) marks what would have been a part of my annual trip to Hollywood, USA for the TCM Classic Film Festival. Click here and check out my coverage in years past.

Sadly (but wisely) the activities had to be cancelled due to the aforementioned world events. However that sadness did not last long. To everyone’s surprise and pleasure, the good folks over at TCM forged ahead shortly after announcing the cancellation, announced the TCM Classic Film Festival: Special Home Edition.

[Read more…]

By Leave a Comment

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: A Review

I love Mister Rogers.  Yes I know, hardly a controversial statement. Like millions across this great land, he was a vital part of my growing up.

I also really like Tom Hanks (also not controversial) and I gaze upon the career he has had with the utmost respect.

Mix those two together and what could possibly go wrong?

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Tom Hanks is Fred Rogers in “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood”
[Read more…]

By Leave a Comment

Ford v Ferrari (Le Mans ’66)

First things first – about the title (Ford v Ferrari) – I guess the title swap is designed to avoid any American audience confusion with the Steve McQueen (the actor) film from 1971 – Le Mans. Regardless, for this Yank, this film will sit in my memory as Le Mans ‘66 since I saw this at this year’s London Film Festival. 

le mans 1971 mcqueen
Nope – not talking about this film.

Onto my thoughts under the cut – 

[Read more…]
totalfilm600movieblogs